IVY LEAGUE, PAC-12

An Ivy League proposal to eliminate tackling in practices has generated a widespread discussion throughout college football. Paul Myerberg spoke with coaches and players from several programs in a number of conferences — including David Shaw and Gary Andersen of the Pac-12, where contact’s been limited to two workouts a week — to find the pros and cons.

GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS

KeShun Freeman enters 2016 a veteran force driving Georgia Tech’s defense. The end has “become more physical, more violent and more consistent with his footwork,” according to Jackets coordinator Ted Roof. The AP details what that means for Freeman and Georgia Tech in the fall.

BUFFALO BULLS

On the same day Buffalo Bulls second-year head coach Lance Leipold earned a one-year contract extension, third-year linebacker Ishmael Hargrove is ready to become a leader for the UB defense. The Bulls need help defensively, finishing 2015 ranked No. 84 nationally against the rush and 72nd in points allowed.